Birthday Party Host (Part-Time)

Birthday Party HostReports to Manager of Humane EducationThe Richmond SPCA is a non-profit organization located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. As a leader in the field of animal welfare, we are cultivating a community committed to saving, protecting and enriching animal lives with a mission to provide education and resources to achieve and sustain a no-kill community. Annually, we rescue, rehabilitate and find homes for about 4,000 homeless animals while also providing our region with vital safety net programs designed to keep thousands of pets in loving homes and out of shelters. Our values of collaboration, creativity, honesty, inclusion and respect guide not only what we do – but how we do it.Birthday Party Hosts are independent, dependable, creative people who love working with children to host birthday parties at the Richmond SPCA. No birthday party host experience is necessary, but experience working with children is strongly preferred.Essential FunctionsParty preparation and setup in the Richmond SPCA's ExploratoriumSupervise party attendeesLead birthday party activities and educational programsCommunicate professionally and courteously with parents and guardiansClean up the Exploratorium party space at the conclusion of each partyOther related duties as assignedQualifications, Skills and ExpectationsAlignment with the Richmond SPCA's mission to achieve and sustain a no-kill community – including promoting pet adoption and spaying/neutering – and to utilizing reward-based, positive reinforcement (R+) training methodsEffective, professional, and empathetic customer service skills and communication (written and verbal) with the public, volunteers, and all Richmond SPCA employeesSelf-motivated, organized and enthusiasticStrong work ethic, reliability, punctualityAbility to multi-task, follow directions (written and verbal), adapt, and accommodate changing demands productivelyPublic speaking skillsRequirementsAvailability during the day on weekends and on some weeknightsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentReliable transportation18 years of age or olderSuccessful completion of a background checkComfort handling and learning to handle dogs and cats (petting, leash-walking, some lifting and carrying, placing pets in carriers)Physical Job RequirementsAble to work around animals (including those who are sick or injured or who have behavior challenges), loud noises, cat litter, animal waste, and various chemicalsAble to be on your feet for up to 8 hours at a timeAble to routinely lift 40-50 lbs.Able to push/pull a large cartAble to stoop and use your arms in a repetitive mannerHave physical strength to perform cleaning duties effectively and efficientlyWork EnvironmentSupportive, collaborative environment that encourages and celebrates creativity and resourcefulnessRapid pace with limited exposure to potential hazards including animal waste and disinfectantsHigh levels of noise at timesPotential for animal bites and scratches and zoonotic disease (transmitted from animals to people)Richmond SPCA employees are eligible to become clients of our low-cost, full-service Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital and have access to an Employee Assistance Program. Employees who average 15+ hours per week are eligible for voluntary (employee-paid) benefits including accident insurance, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance. Employees who average 20+ hours a week can participate in our 401(k) retirement plan and have access to paid wellness leave.